I just wanted to say that this thread really, honestly warms my heart. I'm a big girl in many ways too, and as much as I love myself the way I am, sometimes life just isn't built for my big personality and self. I really should get myself together but the stress of being a senior in college is sometimes (who am I kidding...) usually, too much for me. Usually being in school means that my health goes downhill, including my weight, and as much as I know that it's important to keep myself healthy (I'm on the medical track hah) and going, I am constantly held down by the pressure and anxiety of finishing up school and getting myself to med school, and a job... and eventually happiness in whatever form it takes. Maybe I can do this too, but for now I just wanted to congratulate everyone who has taken the first step and initiative to be here and getting into the right lifestyle because that's a lot to say, especially for me in my situation. Bravo ladies.